Our reliance on electricity makes it easy to overlook potential hazards, such as overloading power strips. High-energy devices like air conditioners, heaters, and toasters can overheat power strips, posing a fire risk. Always check the strip’s capacity before use.

**Appliances to Avoid Plugging Into Power Strips:**
1. **Oven:** Requires a dedicated outlet due to high power needs.
2. **Refrigerator:** Frequent cycling demands its own outlet.
3. **Washing Machine:** Power-intensive and unsuitable for shared circuits.
4. **Heaters:** Extended use risks overheating the strip.
5. **Microwave:** Consumes significant energy; plug into a direct outlet.
6. **Coffee Maker:** Surprisingly high power usage; avoid power strips.
7. **Toaster:** Needs direct connection to a wall outlet.
8. **Another Power Strip:** Daisy-chaining strips violates safety codes.
9. **Electronics (TV, computer, router):** Use surge-protected strips to prevent damage.

Stay mindful of these precautions to maintain a safe and efficient home environment!